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Plant Geneticist

Studying genetics in botany, identifies plant traits for resilience & fertility including pest resistance, weather tolerance, productivity & desirable flavors/textures.

Why It's Cool?!

How to Get There?

Education & Certifications

Ph.D. / M.S. Plant Biology & Genetics

Purdue University – Department of Botany & Plant Pathology

Graduate program in plant genomics, crop improvement, and genetic resources — direct pathway to careers in seed companies, public breeding programs, and climate-resilient crop development.

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Internships

Plant Genetics & Seed Science Intern

Seed Your Future

Connect with leading agribusiness and research organizations offering plant science, seed genetics, and botanical internships across the U.S.

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Mentors

Dr. Pamela Ronald

Professor, UC Davis / Plant Biologist & Author

Pioneer in disease-resistant and flood-tolerant crop genetics; TED speaker and co-author of Tomorrow's Table.

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Mentorship Network

American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB)

Professional society for plant scientists with mentorship programs, career resources, and student and early-career professional networks.

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Dr. Anastasia Bodnar

Policy Director, Biology Fortified Inc.

Plant scientist and science communicator working on genetically improved crops for climate resilience.

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Mentorship Network

Crop Science Society of America (CSSA)

Professional society for crop scientists and plant geneticists with career mentorship, annual meetings, and student connections.

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